PEEPS members sponsor SRC Tai Chi workshops

Saturday

Oct 6, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Spoon River College students who are members of PEEPS (People for the Earth’s Environmental Preservation Society) sponsored Tai Chi mini workshops on the Canton Campus Oct. 1 and 2 for students and employees led by Mitch Williams.

Spoon River College students who are members of PEEPS (People for the Earth’s Environmental Preservation Society) sponsored Tai Chi mini workshops on the Canton Campus Oct. 1 and 2 for students and employees led by Mitch Williams.

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition and martial art that involves gentle movements performed in a slow and focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing.

“Tai Chi practice integrates mind, body, and spirit. It has been found to beneficial in a variety of health factors, including reducing stress, improving balance and posture, and lowering blood pressure,” said Williams.Biology teacher Amy Rutledge is the advisor for PEEPS.